The baby name Heller is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "HEL-er".
Heller is German in Origin.
Heller is a surname of German origin, meaning "bright" or "clear." It is derived from the Middle High German word "helle," which means "bright" or "shining." The name was likely originally given to someone with a bright or shining personality or appearance. The name Heller has been in use since at least the 13th century and is found throughout Germany and other German-speaking countries.
As a surname, Heller is gender-neutral and can be used by people of any gender. The pronunciation of Heller is "HEH-lur" in English, with the emphasis on the first syllable. In German, the pronunciation is "HEHL-er." The name is relatively uncommon as a first name, but it has been used as a given name in some cases.
The components of the name Heller are "hell," meaning "bright" or "clear," and the suffix "-er," which is a common suffix in German surnames indicating a profession or occupation. In this case, the suffix likely indicates that the original bearer of the name was a person who worked with or produced something bright or clear, such as a glassmaker or a jeweler. Overall, the name Heller has a long history and a positive meaning, making it a popular choice for surnames and occasionally as a given name.
Heller has the following similar or variant Names
- Heller |
- Hellar |
- Helleren |
- Hellerich |
- Hellerick |
- Hellerud |
- Helleryd |
- Helleryde |
- Helleryden
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